If you're looking for somewhere to practise water sports/hire SUPs, various equipment or maybe even go surfing in Monopoli — yes, I have some good suggestions for you 👇
✅ Where to go in Monopoli
3Sensi Pugli
They offer equipment hire such as SUPs, kayaks, windsurf boards, wingfoils, jetsurfs and e-foils, with direct delivery to the beach: handy if you don't want to have to transport everything yourself. bluedreaming.it+23Sensi Puglia+2
Approximate prices for SUP: 2 hours ~ €25, 4 hours ~ €35, 8 hours ~ €45. 3Sensi Puglia+1
They also offer guided experiences, lessons and animated activities: SUP at dawn, SUP at sunset, kayak tours, etc.
Let's Rent Monopoli
SUP hire (including inflatable and rigid boards), with delivery available. lets-rent.it+1
Rates: ~ £12/hour, 2 hours ~ £20, 4 hours ~ £25.
They also offer lessons with a certified instructor — useful if you've never tried SUP before.
Blue Dive Monopoli — for diving, snorkelling or to hire/maintain diving equipment
They offer guided diving, freediving and snorkelling between Monopoli and Polignano a Mare.
They sell diving equipment and offer maintenance services, cylinder refills, and certified courses — very useful if you want to go diving or freediving.
🌊 What types of activities can you do?
SUP / kayaks / canoes — perfect for exploring the coastline, discovering coves and sea caves, or simply enjoying a relaxing trip. 3Sensi and Let’s Rent are excellent options for this.
Windsurfing / Wingfoil / Jetsurf / E-foil — if you're looking for something more adrenaline-fuelled, 3Sensi also offers these options.
Diving & snorkelling — with Dive Blu, you can explore the seabed and enjoy underwater experiences.
Coastal tours and kayaking/SUP trips — perfect for those who want to see the coast from a different perspective, perhaps including a few coves or caves. GetYourGuide+2Monopoli City Tourism+2
🌊 Recommended beaches/coves for SUP/kayaking near Monopoli
Cala Porta Vecchia
It is the beach “in the centre” of Monopoli, easily accessible after a walk from the historic centre.
Shallow waters and calm seas make it perfect if you want to go kayaking or SUPing in peace, perhaps without too many waves.
Also convenient for a quick dip after a visit to the city — ideal if you want to combine sightseeing with a trip to the seaside.
Porto Bianco Cove
It is described as a quiet cove with clear waters and a stretch of sand and rocks, and is easily accessible — ideal for those without a car.
Perfect for a kayak or SUP outing, especially if you are looking for something relatively “easy” and convenient compared to the centre.
Porto Rosso Cove
It is a free/“natural” beach south of Monopoli, with relatively calm waters, suitable for both swimming and kayaking/SUP.
Excellent if you are looking for somewhere a little less crowded than the ’central“ beaches — a good compromise between convenience and relaxation.
Cala Monaci
It is a cove that is a little more secluded than the central beaches, so it offers greater tranquillity and is ideal for kayaking or SUP without too many people around.
The clear waters and surrounding nature make for a particularly pleasant experience, whether you want to relax or explore the coast.
✅ Why these beaches work well for SUP/kayaking
They have relatively calm waters and shallow depths, which makes paddling and kayaking safer and more enjoyable, even for beginners.
Many are easily accessible from the centre of Monopoli — ideal if you don't want to use a car.
Some smaller coves or beaches offer greater tranquillity and fewer crowds, perfect for a peaceful outing at sea.
Clear waters and rocky coasts or natural coves create an ideal environment for snorkelling and more exploratory visits.